The only podcast dedicated to making you a faster cyclist. TrainerRoad's Ask a Cycling Coach podcast gives you the chance to get answers to your cycling and triathlon training questions with USAC/USAT certified coaches, pro athletes, and other special guests.
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(00:00:00) Welcome!
(00:00:09) Discussing Kristian Blummenfelt’s crazy habit of vomiting
(00:05:30) Physiological Mechanisms Behind Gut Distress
(00:13:15) Impact of Heat and Exercise on the Gut
(00:20:19) Potential Causes of Kristian’s Gut Issues
(00:31:59) When to DNF a Race While Sick
(00:34:12) Nutritional Strategies and Challenges
(00:37:42) Hyponatremia and Fluid Balance
(00:52:14) Probiotics and Gut Health
(01:00:18) Practical Advice and Final Thoughts
Dr. Kyle Pfaffenbach from Eastern Oregon University discusses nutrition and causes of gut distress for endurance athletes, exemplified by Kristian Blummenfelt’s recent vomiting episode at IRONMAN World Championships in Kona. Kyle covers factors such as intense exercise, heat, blood flow, changes in bike position, and hydration. Additionally, the episode explores strategies to mitigate gastrointestinal issues, including the use of glutamine and probiotics, highlighting the complexity of individual responses to nutrition and exercise conditions.
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(00:00) Welcome!
(00:40) High Carbohydrate Intake in Endurance Sports
(03:34) Differences Between Elite and Average Athletes
(05:05) Building a Nutrition Plan for Cyclists
(07:41) Calculating Caloric Demands for Pro Cyclists
(10:41) Managing Weight and Hydration in Training
(18:16) Balancing Fiber Intake During Grand Tours
(20:25) Macro Guidelines for Cyclists
(25:22) Common Nutrition Mistakes Cyclists Make
(27:10) Fueling Strategies for Endurance Rides
(30:03) Carbohydrate Periodization Explained
(35:59) Nutrition for Pro Cyclists During Grand Tours
(43:12) Practical Nutrition Tips for Everyday Cyclists
(49:19) Final Thoughts and Resources
Will Girling has been the lead nutritionist at EF Pro Cycling during an era of massive change in cycling nutrition. He joins us for a dive into the intricacies of endurance nutrition for pro and average cyclists alike, including high carbohydrate intake during competitions, strategic fueling for grand tours, and the variance in individual nutritional responses. Get practical tips for amateurs, the importance of proper nutrient timing, common nutrition mistakes, and the essentials of building a well-rounded diet for cyclists.
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- Will Girling’s Nutrition Coaching: https://willgirling.com/
- The Flavor Thesaurus book: https://a.co/d/1y98lvt
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00:00:00 Welcome!
00:00:24 Crazy podcast stats!
00:02:17 What Alex is learning getting back into training
00:05:23 Indoor Training and Equipment Discussion
00:15:46 Drafting Tips and Group Riding
00:18:59 Triathlon Drafting Controversy
00:34:13 2025 Podcast Race!
00:37:07 Optimizing Macros and Body Composition for Cyclists
00:38:28 Crucial Nutrition Tips for Cyclists
00:39:46 Is 2 or 3-Day per Week Nutrition Plan Worth It?
00:58:33 The Benefits of Creatine for Athletes
01:07:31 A Dietician’s Perspective on GLP-1s for Cyclists
In this milestone 500th episode of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast presented by TrainerRoad, the hosts discuss a variety of topics including macro meals for cyclists, staying fit in your 30s and beyond, and the importance of adjusting nutrition strategies. Special guest Alex Larson, a registered dietitian, joins to share insights on protein intake, fueling strategies, and their personal experiences with indoor training. They also touch on the significance of supplements like creatine and the effectiveness of maintaining consistent nutrition even on busy days.
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00:00 Welcome!
00:36 Study Overview and Participant Details
03:35 How to deplete your glycogen stores
11:13 How they tested if caffeine improved carb loading
17:28 Results and Findings
23:24 Practical Applications and Recommendations
28:32 Discussion and Final Thoughts
A 2021 study examined the effects of caffeine intake post-training and its influence on glycogen replenishment, and the results are surprising! We go deep into the methodology, results, and practical implications of the study for athletes, especially those with tight training schedules or double session days. We also cover nuanced insights into glycogen synthase activity, blood glucose, and insulin levels in response to caffeine consumption after exhaustive exercise.
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- Coffee Increases Post-Exercise Muscle Glycogen Recovery in Endurance Athletes: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Loureiro, et al., 2021: https://trainerroad.cc/loureiro2021
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00:00 Welcome!
00:12 Understanding Enduro Racing
00:33 Alex Rudeau's UCI EDR World Championship Win
01:54 Alex’s Training Regimen and Power Metrics
05:18 Technical Skills and Strength Training for Enduro Racing
08:17 Interval Training and Race Preparation
14:57 EDR Nutrition and Hydration Strategies
16:58 Carbohydrates, Salt, and Caffeine Intake During Rides
18:28 Testing and Bike Development for Enduro Racing
23:56 What Has Made the Biggest Difference in Alex’s Performance
28:53 What It’s Like to Become a World Champion
Reigning UCI EDR (Enduro) World Champion Alex Rudeau joins us to tell us how he used TrainerRoad and trained his technical skills to rise to the top of the world’s strongest field in Enduro racing in just a handful of years. In this episode, Alex breaks down how he trains, his nutrition strategies, and what has made the biggest difference in his performance to take him from a participant to a contender in the world’s most competitive Enduro series, the UCI EDR World Cup.
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- Alex’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexrudeau
- EDR World Champs Course Preview: https://youtu.be/LqdQuGZG-4A
- EDR World Champs Raw Practice Footage: https://youtu.be/y_72iFBjRyg
- EDR World Champs Highlights: https://youtu.be/COKOuscKfIs
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- Training Blog: https://trainerroad.cc/3gCdNdN
2025 Podcast Race Forum Thread/Poll: https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/what-races-should-coach-jonathan-do-in-2025/97339
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00:00:00 Welcome!
00:00:16 Big Sugar Weekend Recap
00:00:57 Meeting Fans and Funny Moments
00:02:45 Sophia and Keegan's Performance
00:04:24 How Gravel Racing is Completely Changing
00:11:18 New Equipment and Strategy in Gravel Racing
00:17:20 Kona IRONMAN World Championships Discussion
00:25:47 Which Race Should the Podcast Do in 2025??
00:30:58 Why Calculating Caloric Burn Is Harder Than You Think
00:38:54 Why is Cramping Becoming More Common in 2024?
00:50:50 Heart Rate and Fitness: Myths and Realities
01:05:22 New TrainerRoad Features
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- 2025 Podcast Race Forum Thread/Poll: https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/what-races-should-coach-jonathan-do-in-2025/97339
- Energetics of a World-Tour Female Road Cyclist During a Multistage Race (Tour de France Femmes) https://trainerroad.cc/areta2024
- Daily cardiac autonomic responses during the Tour de France in a male professional cyclist https://trainerroad.cc/Bourdillon2024
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00:00:00 Welcome!
00:00:33 Dr. Areta's Background and Research Journey
00:02:05 Overview of the Case Study on Female Cyclist
00:02:28 Motivation and Significance of the Study
00:08:06 Challenges and Methodology of the Study
00:14:39 Energy Expenditure and Nutritional Tracking
00:26:59 Understanding Variability in Measurement
00:27:54 Energy Expenditure and Intake Analysis
00:29:03 Macronutrient Breakdown and Recommendations
00:32:37 Performance Despite Energy Deficit
00:37:12 Power Data Insights
00:43:58 Challenges in Research and Future Directions
00:51:23 Holistic Approach to Athlete Health
Join Coach Jonathan Lee and Sarah Laverty from TrainerRoad as they delve into a landmark study of the nutritional demands of female pro cyclists with Dr. Jose Areta, a sports nutrition expert from Liverpool John Moores University. They discuss a recently published study that analyzed the energy demands of pro cycling through the lens of analyzing the nutritional intake and performance of a former rower turned professional cyclist. Key topics include cutting-edge research on energy expenditure for women’s cycling, using doubly labeled water to get a more accurate measure of caloric expenditure, the challenges of maintaining performance during energy deficits, and the complexities of weight management, and the broader implications of chronic energy deficits on athletes' health.
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00:00:00 Welcome!
00:00:24 Marathon Mountain Bike World Championships
00:01:47 Technical Challenges and Course Conditions
00:08:53 Bike Setup and Strategy
00:11:24 Handling Technical Terrain Like Slick Roots
00:32:53 Illness and Race Decisions
00:40:41 Balancing Fitness in Short and Long Races
00:44:13 The Slippery Slope of Overtraining
00:46:43 Preparing for Leadville: Altitude Concerns
00:48:14 Simulated Hypoxia vs. True Hypoxia
00:52:51 Training Strategies for High Altitude Races
01:01:14 The Importance of Pacing at Leadville
01:08:26 Considering the Cost of Altitude Training
In this episode, Hannah Auto joins to discuss her experiences from the Marathon Mountain Bike World Championships and delve into the topic of high-altitude training. They explore the challenges of riding technical terrain like slick roots, and why elevation training for Leadville might not be worth it.
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00:00:00 Welcome!
00:00:33 Addressing Interruption/Sync Issues
00:03:17 Norwegian Method Controversy
00:08:42 New Personalized Training Plans Launch!
00:25:49 Study review: Systematic Review of Supplements for Cyclists
00:27:29 What are Systematic Reviews and How to Interpret Research
00:35:32 The Study’s Inclusion Criteria and Filtering Process
00:37:41 What supplements actually make you faster?
00:40:34 Review: Does Caffeine Make You a Faster Cyclist?
00:42:21 Nate’s Not So Light Bike Build Story
00:43:57 Review: Does Creatine Make You a Faster Cyclist?
00:47:55 Review: Does Sodium Bicarbonate Make You a Faster Cyclist?
00:56:44 Review: Does Beta Alanine Make You a Faster Cyclist?
00:58:30 Review: Do Nitrates Make You a Faster Cyclist?
01:00:10 Combining Supplements for Performance
01:03:15 Practical Recommendations and Personal Experiences
// RESOURCES MENTIONED
- Try the new Custom Training Plan Builder! https://www.TrainerRoad.com
- Nutritional Ergogenic Aids in Cycling: A Systematic Review. Valiño-Marques, et al., 2024: https://trainerroad.cc/valinomarques2024
- Do Nitrates Actually Make You Faster? https://youtu.be/gABbnHLQwws
- Does Sodium Bicarbonate Make You Faster? https://youtu.be/8WADvfYqesE
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- Listen to the Successful Athletes Podcast: https://trainerroad.cc/3JmKrN5
- Listen to the Science of Getting Faster Podcast: https://trainerroad.cc/3LpuIhP
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00:00 Welcome!
00:16 Listener Question on Recovery Week Nutrition
01:38 Understanding Recovery Week Challenges
02:57 The Science Behind Recovery
06:37 Adapting to Training Stimuli
09:41 Importance of Consistent Training
23:28 Nutrition Strategies for Recovery
24:31 Balancing Carbohydrates and Protein
30:31 Maintaining Fueling Habits During Recovery Week
36:41 The Science of Satiety: Protein vs. Fat
39:47 Protein's Role in Athletic Performance
41:30 Guiding Principles for Recovery Nutrition
43:03 Managing Weight Fluctuations
54:22 Optimizing Protein Intake for Recovery
01:00:21 Lab Testing and Future Plans
Join Coach Jonathan and Dr. Kyle Pfaffenbach as they delve into the intricacies of recovery week nutrition. Addressing listener Ken's question, they explore the best approach to nutrition during a low-volume recovery week. Key points include the importance of maintaining a high protein intake, managing carbohydrate intake appropriately, and practical strategies to maximize athletic recovery and performance. Discover why recovery is a continuous process and learn actionable tips to fuel effectively during your recovery weeks.
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00:00 Welcome!
03:02 General Principles of Strength Training
05:32 Train to Failure vs. Reps in Reserve in Strength Training
08:23 Progressive Overload and Range of Motion
13:14 Frequency and Volume in Strength Training
20:28 Machines vs. Free Weights
25:53 Understanding Squat Mechanics
27:05 Hack Squat Machine Benefits
27:30 Foot Placement and Muscle Activation
27:52 Cycling and Muscle Imbalances
28:22 Targeting Specific Quad Muscles
29:30 Effective Leg Workouts for Cyclists
30:31 Half vs. Full Reps
33:59 Importance of Overhead Movements
36:19 Strength Training Tips and Techniques
40:09 Optimizing Strength Training for Cyclists
42:07 Protein Intake for Muscle Growth
43:58 Final Thoughts on Strength Training
In this episode of the Ask a Cycling Coach podcast, the hosts discuss the significance of strength training for cyclists. They provide a comprehensive overview of various strength training methodologies, focusing on the importance of progressive overload, proper range of motion, and the convention-defying benefits of using machines over free weights. They highlight how strength training can enhance general health, longevity, and performance, especially for older athletes. Practical tips include beginning with a stable pattern of exercises, avoiding injuries, and maintaining consistency for optimal results. The hosts also touch on the impact of strength training on muscle growth and how frequent but shorter sessions can be more effective than long, infrequent ones. Additionally, insights into proper protein intake for muscle recovery and growth are provided.
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- Resistance training beyond momentary failure: The effects of lengthened supersets on muscle hypertrophy in the gastrocnemius. Larsen, et al., 2024: https://trainerroad.cc/larsen2024
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